Is it dumb to put an area rug on top of carpeting?????

Burgandy area rugs

I always heard it would damage the carpet if you didn't use a pad between. Is that untrue? Thanks!

To me is a must..!! Otherwise there is no division or focus to the area..

What if you put a rug with a bound edge on it - over a carpeted floor. Will that help keep the rug in place and keep it from buckling?

the binding only keeps the carpet from unraveling. if there is a pile at all on the rug - don't use. better luck if it is a very short loop like an indoor outdoor carpet you are putting it on, even a berber will give as you walk on in and make the upper rug buckle. as I stated above it never really works. if you never walk in the room or move furniture, if it is just to look at as in magazine pictures give it a try but you are forwarned if you actually live in this room.

Yes, I think rugs on top of carpet looks odd.

I'm doing it in an apartment I just rented. This rug is too luxurious and I had to have it. Yes it wrinkles all day long. I spend my days straightening and smoothing. But I wouldn't give up this luxurious beauty for anything.

Jeanne, I recommend removing one of the chairs - they compete against each other. One is modern and airy and the other is more traditional shabby chic. Which look are you going for? The space is smaller, one should be sufficient.

Out of the 2 rugs, I prefer the rectangle as it does not look like a solid color. If you can still return them, I would get something that is a bit more lighter in color with the dark blue, the dark rugs are a bit too stark against the light carpet.

Once you get the cabinet filled, wall art, accessories, ottoman and lamp it will look nice.

Hope this helps.